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Plagiochila arctica

Scientific Name: Plagiochila arctica

Family: Plagiochilaceae

Category: Liverwort

Growth: Nonvascular

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Plagiochila arctica

Also known as Arctic Featherwort, Plagiochila arctica is a species of liverwort. It appears this plant has no common name.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Plagiochila arctica Bryhn & Kaal.
  • Family: Plagiochilaceae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Plagiochila arctica var. arctica is a recognized variety.
  • Synonyms/Related Names:
    • Plagiochila asplenioides subsp. arctica (Bryhn & Kaal.)

Distribution and Habitat

Plagiochila arctica is found in temperate and arctic areas. It is also mentioned in connection with the Arctic Circle and Arctic Foothills.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Leaf primordia are present in the ventral region of the shoot.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Plagiochila arctica serves as a foodplant for Paucivena cubana.

Further Information

For more information, you can consult:

  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS): TSN 14602
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Tropicos database